Sep 11, 2019
Summer is peak travel season for much of the world, but autumn is one of our favourite times to travel – temperatures are warming up in the southern hemisphere, cooling off in the north, and crowds everywhere are lower. September and October travel let travelers score some great deals on airfare, avoid the tourist rush and still enjoy beautiful weather. Here are our top picks for Fall 2019!

BEST PLACES TO TRAVEL THIS FALL



Nothing says “autumn” more than changing leaves! Eastern Canada has some of the most spectacular fall foliage on the planet, and in historic Quebec City, you’ll feel all the charms of Europe, without the jet lag.


Dreaming of white washed buildings, clear blue water and towering cliffs? Visit Greece in September to avoid the summer rush which typically brings inflated prices, mass tourists and heat waves. There’s still plenty of sunshine left if you visit during shoulder season and you’ll get to experience this amazing country with a bit more room to breathe!


September and October are fabulous months to visit Croatia, as the weather is still warm and sunny enough to swim in the cerulean waters and crowds are minimal. You can still spend sunny days on the beaches of Dubrovnik, and avoid the worst of the high season crowds while sightseeing around the city walls.


Ranked as one of the ten best towns in the world to live in, there's something truly magical about Mexico’s San Miguel de Allende. Situated on a mountainside and filled with colourful colonial architecture, lively festivals and friendly residents, it's easy to see why people love it. Visit in late October/early November and you can take part in the colourful Day of the Dead celebrations.


The southern hemisphere’s spring is an ideal time to visit South Africa, with some of the best weather all year coming in September. Afternoon storms rarely interfere with safari schedules so you have ample opportunities to spot the “Big Five” in Kruger and other wildlife parks.


Since New Zealand’s spring starts in September, it’s a great month to make your way to the southern hemisphere! The weather is warm, but not too hot and you’ll manage to beat the rush that typically comes in December, during the Kiwi summer. You’ll also score an extra hour of daylight when Kiwis spring their clocks forward on September 27!


Our Argentinian colleagues in Buenos Aires tell us the best time to visit their beautiful city is in late October: the southern spring brings warm temperatures, but summer's hot and sticky days haven't yet set in. And if you visit at this time of year, you'll see the amazing purple blooms of the city's jacaranda trees blooming in the parks and along the avenues.